Today's mobile phone technology offers a range of solutions if you're deaf or hard of hearing. Although there is no ideal mobile phone for anyone, we have some suggestions to help you choose a new mobile:
What features should I look for?
Vibrating alert:
attracts your attention by making the mobile phone
vibrate whenever you receive a call or a text
message.
Flashing alert:
flashes the keypad and display lights whenever you
receive a call or a text message.
Predictive text:
a built–in dictionary that enables you to type text
messages more quickly.
Tactile feedback:
keys that ‘click’ when you press them, letting you
know when you've pressed a key.
Volume control:
look for a mobile phone that has an easily adjustable
volume control for calls.
Changeable ringtones:
the option of selecting a ringtone frequency and
volume that's easier to hear.
Hearing loop:
an accessory if you have a hearing aid with an
inductive 'T' setting. Hearing loops cut down
background noise and reduce interference by
enabling you to keep your mobile phone away
from your hearing aid.
WAP compatibility:
an easy way for finding essential information
from the internet.
GPRS capability:
a fast always on connection to internet and
email services.
Keypad:
a keypad that is comfortable to use for typing
text messages and emails.
If you wear a hearing aid, you may find a hands-free speaker to be a more comfortable way of using your phone.
Price plans
Whichever mobile phone you choose, you may want to consider connecting to the Vodafone Txter Value Bundle plan. The monthly cost includes a value pack of text messages, but doesn't include any voice calls, so you don't need to pay for something you may not use. Find out more about the Vodafone Txter Value bundle plan.
Find out more about the Vodafone Txter Value Bundle plan
What do I do next?
A wide range of mobile phones are available from every Vodafone store in Australia.
